Category: Read Stories
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From Prayagraj to Singapore: How Shruti built a new life abroad
Between visa hurdles, adjusting to a new culture, and raising two young children, Shruti had every reason to slow down — but instead, she built back stronger.
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Making history in San Francisco: The Indian woman behind South Asian-American Heritage Month
With a spark of an idea and relentless determination, Kudrat D. Chaudhary Kontilis spearheaded the recognition of South Asian-American Heritage Month, making San Francisco the first major US city to officially honour South Asian contributions.
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The Indian artist who found her true voice overseas: Nilasha’s journey in Canada
Nilasha shares her journey from India to a foreign land, overcoming self-doubt and cultural challenges to embrace her artistic freedom and personal growth
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“You are your own mother”: Kratika’s journey from Kanpur to the Netherlands
What happens when a woman leaves behind a small Indian town for a small Dutch one — alone?
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I was never supposed to leave Gujarat. Now, Melbourne’s home
What happens when you stop following the script? Mahek shares her raw journey as an Indian woman from Gujarat to Australia.
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Becoming myself abroad: One woman’s journey from Calcutta to London
The interviewee (name withheld on request), originally from Calcutta, moved to London for her Master’s and now works as a consultant at a law firm. She found the transition challenging, especially leaving her family, but appreciates the independence and cultural diversity. Living in London has made her calmer, more independent, and more appreciated in her…
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From Noida to Australia: Karishma’s journey to self-love
Karishma moved to Australia in 2007 and found herself on a path of self-love and discovery. Here’s her story.
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A different kind of liberation: Chris’ 11 year journey in Melbourne
Chris Mallika has lived in Melbourne for 11.5 years after receiving a full scholarship to pursue a PhD in nano-biotechnology at Swinburne University. Here’s what like is like for her as an Indian woman abroad.
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Waited 26 months for student visa: The story of Inderpriit Waliaa
Inderpriit, who moved to Australia on a visitor visa and applied for a student visa onshore, shares her journey of being an Indian woman abroad.